The Exploits of Elaine
Elaine Dodge is the beautiful young daughter of Taylor Dodge, president of the Consolidated Insurance Company. When Mr Dodge is murdered by a mysterious cloaked figure known only as the Clutching Hand, Elaine enlists the aid of Craig Kennedy to unmask the killer
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1914 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Mystery |
| Director | Louis J. Gasnier |
| Runtime | 280 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (4 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The serial constructs its suspense through a series of stunts and cliffhangers innovative for its time, relying on the mysterious villain as the engine of the plot. It explores the classic mystery-investigation-chase formula that became a blueprint for future crime sagas.
Those who tire of modern, fast-paced action will find a fascinating origin point here. What lingers after viewing is the archetypal blueprint of the perpetual chase. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Louis J. Gasnier
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With a cup of tea in the evening, as a serial detective from the dawn of cinema, appreciating the historical context.
🎭 Cast
Pearl White
Elaine Dodge
Arnold Daly
Detective Craig Kennedy
Creighton Hale
Walter Jameson (Ep. 1, 2, 3, 6)
Raymond Owens
Walter Jameson (Ep. 4-14)
Sheldon Lewis
Perry Bennett / The Clutching Hand
Edwin Arden
Wu Fang
Leroy Baker
The Butler
Bessie Wharton
Aunt Josephine - Mrs. Dodge
Lionel Barrymore
George B. Seitz
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